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Fresno: Plan a Visit to the Forestiere Underground Gardens
In the ancient catacombs of Sicily, a dream and a vision were born in a young man named Baldassare Forestiere. Eventually, that vision would be realized halfway across the world in Fresno, where Forestiere created an underground garden, unlike anything that you've ever seen. Today, you can visit this unique site to experience all that Forestiere created and learn more about the fascinating man who created a masterpiece in nature. Our agents have all of the key information you need to plan a trip to Forestiere Underground Gardens.
The Fascinating History of the Underground Gardens
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Baldassare Forestiere was a young citrus farmer in Sicily who immigrated to the United States in 1901 to pursue his dream of creating his own citrus farm. After acquiring his own land, he began to create what we know today as Forestiere Underground Gardens in Fresno. With nothing but simple farm tools, he carved a series of tunnels, rooms, courtyards, and catacombs underground, with gardens growing throughout the underground space. Each room features classic Roman architecture, with arches built entirely from local stone.